Power Apps Engineer

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant combines a passion for client satisfaction, technology innovation, deep industry and business process expertise, and a global, collaborative workforce that embodies the future of work. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 2000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Our Culture

Your passion, integrity and experience are integral to Cognizant's success. You will be welcomed into a dynamic and expanding global leader in IT and Business consultancy where you will be valued for who you are. We take pride in our partnership with our clients, so your ability to add value and provide exceptional service to our clients are fundamental to your success. In return, you will be empowered with opportunities to develop your career and collaborate with talented colleagues in a supportive, diverse environment. At Cognizant we recognize that companies that are open and welcoming to a multi-culturally diverse workforce will thrive with fresh perspectives and collaborative knowledge. Cognizant is focused on promoting & increasing gender diversity and providing a workplace which encourages great participation and an equal playing field, where merit and accomplishment are the only criteria for success. Permanent role. We want someone with a blend of good client facing/ consulting skills (i.e., good communication skills, articulate) + experience within technical aspects/delivery. This role sits within the Cognizant's RPA Practice.

Position Summary:

The Power Apps Specialist would be working alongside a client to enable them to support various projects and solutions. You will be able to utilise problem solving skills to understand client pain points and be able to develop PowerApps using model and canvas driven apps. You should be able to implement solutions leveraging multiple data sources and databases (including Dataverse) as well as design end-to-end solutions that improve collaboration, productivity, and knowledge sharing. You will be adept at leveraging new approaches to solutions for system design and functionality, be proficient working in Agile project methodologies, be confident to multi-task effectively between projects. You will also be responsible for estimating work content and achieving planned timelines as well communicating proposed designs and progress on the work to customers, team leads, and team members.

Mandatory Skills:

Extensive experience in the Microsoft Power Platform MS PowerApps, Flow, and Power BI
Able to Installation and configuration of data gateways.
Proficient in Developing of Azure logic apps and functions and Power BI development.
Be able to provide architecture, configuration, administration, and functional support to expand capabilities in Microsoft 365.
Be able to estimate work effort and extrapolate into project plans
Be adept at leveraging new approaches to solutions for system design and functionality.
Abel to interpret and design database models (Dataverse, MYSQL, SQL Server, etc.)
Address and remediate security vulnerability findings in PowerApps.
Integrate Power BI Reports and dashboards into PowerApps.
Satisfy requirements, meet agreed completion dates, and perform unit and integration testing.
Communicate proposed designs and progress on the work to customers, team leads, and team members.
Support cross-functional project teams consisting of app development, IT operations, and information security.
Strong .Net development experience with familiarity with C#, ASP.Net MVC, Entity Framework, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
Strong foundational knowledge of Office 365 platform including Exchange, Intune, Azure AD, and Azure ecosystem
Prior experience with SOA/web services design and programming; experience with SharePoint 2016, ASP.NET MVC and JavaScript
Presentation skills with a high degree of comfort with both large and small audiences.
Strong business-to-technology translation skills are essential for identifying ways to apply solutions to help clients increase business value and performance.
Exceptional verbal and written communication.
Strong project management skills with strong attention to detail.
Experience customizing SharePoint lists and disparate systems with PowerApps
Experience developing PowerApps model/canvas apps including data connectors
Ability to create business processes and custom connectors with Microsoft Flow.
A clear understanding of PowerApps formulas and development methods.
Knowledge of PowerApps and Flow licensing plans and features included in different plans.
Certifications:

PL400 - Power Platform Developer (Mandatory)
PL600 - Power Platform Solution Architect (preferred)
Salary Range: >$100,000

Next steps :

If you feel this opportunity suits you, or Cognizant is the type of organization you would like to join, we want to have a conversation with you! Please apply directly with us.
For a complete list of open opportunities with Cognizant, visit http://www.cognizant.com/careers
Cognizant is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background check.

About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @Cognizant.